Anguilla Population & Housing Census 2011

Ariticle #7 - Census 2011 - The Slogan, Logo, Jingle & Website

2010-10-26T11:54:00.000-07:00

IDENTITY OF ANGUILLA POPULATION AND HOUSING CENSUS 2011

Anguilla’s Population and Housing Census 2011 has been branded, by this we mean that there are some identify symbols which once seen or heard should automatically tell you that whatever proceeded or follows relates to the AP&H Census 2011.

The identifying features of the AP&H Census 2011 are:
· A slogan
· A logo
· A jingle

These features are outlined below:

SLOGAN

“It All Adds Up” thus what should be written or spoken is; “Anguilla Population and Housing Census 2011 - It All Adds Up”

LOGO

The interpretation of the AP&H Census 2011 is outlined below:

Population and Housing– is the type of census

2011 – is the year of the census

“It All Adds Up!” – the slogan adopted for the 2011 Population and Housing Census

Three orange dolphins - the three dolphins design is popular and helps to depict Anguilla, the country being surveyed. The three dolphins represent endurance, unity and strength; and are in a circle for continuity.

House – this represents the House listing, Housing Census and households being a basic unit for enumeration.

Pointed top of the house – this represents the pitch shape of many Anguillan structures. It also represents the upward direction of Anguilla’s population.

The four characters touching hands - symbolises the participation of all persons in the country; family structures; and it also reflects the diversity of the composition of Anguilla’s population- various ages, various races, all cohabiting the same space.

Open door – person’s willingness to be included in the census and also the mandatory participation of all households.

Adult male – human element of the population census, appeals to adult males and their importance in the process. They also represent an individual being a basic unit for enumeration.

Adult female – human element of the population census, appeals to adult females and their importance in the process. They also represent an individual being a basic unit for enumeration.

Female child – human element of the population census, appeals to female children and their importance in the process. They also represent an individual being a basic unit for enumeration.

Male child – human element of the population census, appeals to male children and their importance in the process. They also represent an individual being a basic unit for enumeration.

JINGLE

The jingle can be found at the following link: https://gov.ai/census/ at the bottom left-hand side of the front page. The words of the jingle are as follows:

IT ALL ADDS UP
Be counted
Make sure IT ALL ADDS UP
Do not be excluded
Make sure IT ALL ADDS UP

May 2011
Census time on de island
We’re seeking information
About de population
We want to know
Did it shrink or did it grow
And if it grew
How will it impact me and you
And when it’s time for your intervire
Cooperate I’m begging you

Be counted
Make sure IT ALL ADDS UP
Be counted
Make sure IT ALL ADDS UP

BBW151010

Please note that all rights are reserved. Unauthorized duplication is a violation of the applicable laws. No part of the jingle, slogan or logo may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without prior written permission.

There is also a website which provides the reader with some invaluable information about the upcoming AP&H Census 2011 as well as archive data from the 2001 Census. The link to this website is – https://gov.ai/census

Article #6 - Census 2011 - Jingle Competition

2010-09-03T06:13:00.000-07:00

This is your chance to be part of the preparations for Anguilla’s decennial Population and Housing Census due in May 2011. The Anguilla Statistics Department is looking for a jingle that has impact! It should express clearly what you feel Anguilla’s Census is all about, incorporating the slogan, ‘It All Adds Up”.

This is your chance to help us brand the Anguilla Population and Housing Census 2011. If you or anyone you know is up for a challenge to compose and produce a jingle with a clear message about the census, then please submit your jingle by September 17, 2010. The competition is open to all residents of Anguilla.

The jingle must be a short song approximating but not exceeding thirty-five (35) seconds which will aid and promote instant public recognition of the Anguilla Population and Housing Census 2011. This jingle must incorporate the slogan: “It All Adds Up” and should be original.

All entrants are subject to the competition rules and criteria. Rules, guidelines and entry forms are available from the Anguilla Statistics Department as well as on the website: www.gov.ai/2011Census

The competition opens on August 27, 2010 and closes on September 17, 2010. There are no associated fees for entry. Prizes will be given to three finalists in the competition.

Article #5 - Census 2011 - Logo Competition

2010-07-26T06:40:00.000-07:00

This is your chance to be part of the preparations for Anguilla’s decennial Population and Housing Census due in May 2011. The Anguilla Statistics Department is looking for a logo that has impact! It should provide a clear image of what you feel Anguilla’s Census is all about, incorporating the slogan, ‘It All Adds Up”.

This is your chance to help us brand the Anguilla Population and Housing Census 2011. If you, or anyone you know is up to the challenge of designing a logo with a clear message about the census, then please submit your design by August 13, 2010. Any resident of secondary school age 11 to 17 years can enter.

A logo is a graphic mark or emblem which will aid and promote instant public recognition of the Anguilla Population and Housing Census 2011. This logo must incorporate the slogan: “It All Adds Up” and should be original.

All entrants are subject to the competition rules and criteria. Rules, guidelines and entry forms are available from the Anguilla Statistics Department as well as on the website: www.gov.ai/2011Census

The competition opens on July 26, 2010 and closes on August 13, 2010. There are no associated fees for entry. Prizes will be given to three finalists in the competition.

Article #4 - Census 2011 - Slogan Competition Winners

2010-07-21T08:35:00.000-07:00

The Anguilla Statistics Department is pleased to announce that the Anguilla 2011 Housing and Population Census slogan search has recently been completed.

Anguilla by law is required to conduct a Population and Housing Census every ten (10) years. Anguilla’s last census was conducted in May 2001 and therefore is due to conduct its sixth (6th) census in May 2011, having previously conducted censuses in 1960, 1974, 1984 and 1992.

This competition was part of one of the most important components of the census; education, communication and publicity. The education, communication and publicity activities include components of the census such as user consultations, census education, publicity and promotion of census products, with one of its objectives being to ensure that each resident is fully aware of the upcoming Anguilla Population & Housing Census 2011 and its activities.

To this end, the Anguilla Statistics Department launched an Anguilla Population and Housing Census 2011– Slogan Competition, which was opened to all students of primary school age which commenced on May 4, 2010 and ended on May 17th, 2010.

There were four winners that were selected, two of which will share the third prize after receiving equal points for their slogan entry. Though, there were only four winners, all persons that participated did an exceptional job nonetheless.

The following are the names of the winners for the Anguilla 2011 Population and Housing Census:

1st Prize slogan – Merlica Smith Jolie – “Anguilla Population and Housing Census 2011 – It All Adds Up” (Sponsored by First Caribbean International Bank, Coral Reef Bookstore and the Government of Anguilla)

2nd Prize slogan – Pamela Seeyu – “Anguilla Population and Housing Census 2011 - Everyone Counts” (Sponsored by A-Affordable Insurance)

3rd Prize slogan – Tyrique C. Lake – “Anguilla Population and Housing Census 2011 – Numbers Matter” (Sponsored by Anguilla Social Security Board)

3rd Prize slogan – Jaheim N. Hamilton – “Anguilla Population and Housing Census 2011 – The Number Matters” (Sponsored by Anguilla Social Security Board)

The Anguilla Statistics Department also wishes to thank Mrs. Rita Carty for her assistance in the transforming and selecting of the winning slogans. The Anguilla Statistics Department would also like to extend much gratitude to the sponsors for their generous contributions towards the prizes for the competition.

“The Anguilla Population and Housing Census 2011 – It All Adds Up”

Article #3 - Census 2011 – Slogan Competition

2010-05-04T11:51:00.000-07:00

The Anguilla Statistics Department has commenced the process of education and communication component for the Anguilla 2011 Population and Housing census.

Anguilla by law is required to conduct a Population and Housing Census every ten (10) years. Anguilla’s last census was conducted in May 2001 and thus its sixth (6th) census is due to be conducted in May 2011, having previously conducted censuses in 1960, 1974, 1984 and 1992.

One very important component of the census is its education, communication and publicity activities. This includes components of the census such as user consultations, census education, publicity and promotion of census products. In an effort to create a high level of awareness, educate the population and promote the upcoming Anguilla Population and Housing Census 2011, the Anguilla Statistics Department is launching the Anguilla Population and Housing Census 2011 – Slogan Competition, opened to primary school students.

A slogan is a short memorable phrase which will seek to:
Communicate a message about the upcoming census; and
Fix in the minds of all Anguillians and residents of Anguilla the purpose of this census.

The competition is open to students attending primary education in Anguilla, (including home schooled and tutored children) and commences on May 04, 2010 and closes on May 17, 2010 at 4:00pm. There are no associated fees for entry. Prizes will be given to three finalists in each competition.

Rules, guidelines and entry forms are available from the Anguilla Statistics Department as well as on the Government of Anguilla website www.gov.ai/2011Census

Article #2 - Census 2011 - Stakeholder Data Needs Consultative Questionnaire

2009-12-01T09:57:00.000-08:00

The Anguilla Statistics Department has commenced the process of preparing for the Anguilla 2011 Population and Housing census.

As part of our approach to the development of the questionnaire we have embarked on an extensive user consultation to further develop these census questionnaires. We are therefore requesting your input as it relates to questions you may deem necessary for inclusion on them.

Since the last census, the composition, structure and distribution of the Anguilla population as well as its housing characteristics have changed. As the population of Anguilla grows and becomes more diverse, it is important to keep the census content relevant to include topics that will help address the emerging social and economic issues in our ever-changing challenging society, while at the same time ensuring that comparison can be made across time and space. For that reason, we welcome your views on the type and extent of information you believe should be available

The data collected and information derived during the 2011 Population and Housing Census will allow for the updating of current benchmarks both social and economic about Anguilla’s population and housing stock. With such a long timeframe between censuses, it is therefore necessary that we ensure that our administrative databases are created or revised in such a manner that inter-censual data would be easily derived and to a certain extent provide comparative data.

Below is a short data needs questionnaire which should take no more than 15 minutes to complete. In Anguilla’s 2001 Population and Housing Census there were two questionnaires and the broad categories therein were as listed below:

Two census questionnaires:
Person Questionnaire
Household Questionnaire

The broad areas included in the person questionnaire were as follows:
Characteristics
Marital status and Union status
Birthplace and Residence
Education and Training
Economic Activity and Income
Disability
Health
Fertility ( Persons 13 years and over)

The broad areas included in the household questionnaire were as follows:
Housing
Migration

Also at the link is a copy of the 2001 Population and Housing Census questionnaires which will give an idea of the type of questions already ask. http://gov.ai/statistics/census/index.htm

Questions should be related to areas of interest or areas requiring baseline data. The data and resulting information should allow the user to form a better appreciation for the dynamics at work within this area. This may create a need for further detailed investigation. Please ensure that your questions are structured in a manner that will elicit the information required.

All proposed questions and comments will be reviewed and based on the appropriateness of the questions for a population and housing census; a decision will be made for inclusion. Your input is needed but bear in mind that the longer the census questionnaires, the greater the cost and time it will take to complete.

The deadline for submitting both completed and nil return questionnaires is Friday, January 08th 2010. Please feel free to use the email contact information on the questionnaire if you have any questions.

Statistics Department
Ministry of Economic Development, Investment and Commerce
Government of Anguilla
The Valley, ANGUILLA, B.W.I.

Anguilla 2011 Population and Housing Census
Stakeholder Data Needs Questionnaire
Please print clearly.

Name of Submitter _______________________________________________________________

Name of Establishment: (if relevant) _______________________________________________________________

Contact Person: ___________________________________________________

Telephone: _______________________________________________________

Email: __________________________________________________________

1. Propose no more than two questions/issues you would like included in the 2011 Census.

_________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________

2. Briefly state the necessity of your question(s) or issue.

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

3. Are there any alternative sources for obtaining this data? If yes, please identify the alternative source and the
impact of using this source. If no, what would be the impact of not having this data?

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

4. What response(s) or information do you anticipate receiving from your question(s)?

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

5. What variable would you want to tabulate this data?
__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

6. Would you like to meet to discuss your proposed question(s)? Yes___ No___

7. Please provide us with any other comments/suggestions that might improve the data quality of existing census
topics, as per attached Anguilla Census 2001 Population and Housing questionnaire.
______________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________

Your support is greatly appreciated!

Please return completed questionnaire, including nil returns, by fax - 497-3986 or email the Anguilla Statistics Department and Karaina Lake at statistics@gov.ai and Karaina.Lake@gov.ai no later than Friday, January 08, 2010.

Article #1 - What is a Census?

2009-06-24T07:45:00.000-07:00

A modern Population Census may be defined as the total process of collecting, compiling and publishing demographic, economic and social data pertaining to all persons in a country at a specified time. A Census can also be described as a form of national stock-taking. The Census is a complete count of the population and provides detailed bench-mark data on the size of the population, age structure, educational attainment, labour force and socio-economic characteristics.

Since Census is a form of national undertaking, it involves everyone in the country and, through its statistical results, serves everyone in the country. In most countries it engenders good will and a sense of individual responsibility for seeing it through. For those who work on it, the Census is an exciting enterprise and a unique experience.

Why take a Census?
The increasing complexity of modern life means a greater need to plan housing, schools, roads, transportation and a vast range of social and economic requirements for the nation. This cannot be done without a regular detailed count of the population.

How often is regular?
In most countries, the census exercise is a decennial one, that is, every ten (10) years.

The last population census in Anguilla was taken in 2001, that is eight years ago. Since then, many changes have taken place. Such as fluctuating rates of population growth, changes in employment, changes in the average annual number of births, etc., all of which will have implications on the demand in social services, e.g. health, education and infrastructure including water, electricity and roads.

Does the Census just count people?
Although the main focus of the population Census is a count of the population, much more information about the characteristics of the population is obtained. The Census questions will seek to solicit information on the age, sex, marital status, religion and educational characteristics of each person. Questions on the economic activity of persons will provide information on the work force and its occupational and industrial breakdown.

Does the Census deal with any other area?
Our Census is a Census of population and housing, so in addition to the questions on persons, there are also questions on the houses that they live in. The questions on housing will tell us about conditions, facilities like water and electricity, overcrowding and so on.

How is a Population Census taken?
While the term Census is generally taken to mean counting the country’s population and the recording of certain characteristics at a particular point in time, several distinct operations have to be completed before a picture of the population can be presented.

In the first place, plans must be drawn up outlining what information is to be collected, how it is to be recorded and how the findings are to be presented. After these have been settled, the next step is to organize the collection of the data in the field under careful supervision.

The country is divided into small areas called Enumeration Districts (EDs) and an interviewer is assigned to each. The interviewer is thoroughly trained to ensure that he/she fully understands what questions are to be asked and how to record the answers quickly and correctly on the questionnaires provided. About three weeks before Census Day, preliminary enumeration begins. During that period, the interviewer will visit all buildings in his /her ED and record information on the Visitation Record. The actual enumeration begins on Census Day when all enumerators will visit every dwelling unit in all buildings and record the information given on the questionnaires. Therefore, if the quality of enumeration is good, the final tables which will be published will also be of good quality and usable for policy formation.

A field supervisor is placed in charge of a number of interviewers to monitor their work and to attend to any problems which may arise while the field work is being done. He/she also acts as a link between interviewers and the Census Office.

At the Census Office, the completed questionnaires are checked, coded where necessary, and made ready for processing by computers which are programmed to provide statistical tables for publication.

Who provides the Census information?
Ideally, every individual in the household should be interviewed, but this is not always possible. It is therefore permitted for any responsible adult to give the information about all the persons in that household, provided that he/she knows all the required answers.

Aren’t these questions kind of personal?
Most of the Census questions are really fairly innocuous (that is not harmful or injurious) but if you are worried about confidentiality, then be assured that the Statistics Act guarantees the confidentiality of your answers to the Census questions. Neither the enumerator nor any employee of the Census Office can reveal information about you or your household without incurring severe penalties including fines and or imprisonment.

Census Information is confidential
The law requires that all information collected from the Census must be kept confidential. All enumerators, supervisors, other field staff, as well as employees of the Census Office, will be required to take an oath of secrecy to not reveal any Census information to anyone who is not a sworn employee of the Census organization. This means that they will not divulge any Census information, under any circumstances, even to members of their families. Enumerators, supervisors and other persons working with the collected information are instructed and cautioned not to leave completed questionnaires lying around unprotected.

Census Information is used only for preparing tabulations about the population as a whole
Some households may hesitate to answer some of the questions asked. This is understandable since they will be asked to provide information which they do not usually make available to strangers. However, persons who are reluctant to answer questions will be put at ease by informing them of the conditions under which information will be collected. These are:

· All persons engaged on the Census have taken an oath of secrecy, whether they are working in the field or in the Census Office.

· Information collected is kept strictly confidential. It is against the law for any Census worker to divulge information to any unauthorized individual or organization whatever. No information about any individual can be made available to any agency, not even to another government department.

The information collected will be used solely in the preparation of tables showing the size and structure of the population as a whole by means of TOTALS.

What is the role of the public?
The data are important to everyone and it is in our best interest to make the exercise a success. Everyone can help by:

· Being informed about the Census;
· Being available to the enumerators who will visit every household in Anguilla;
.Being accessible to the enumerators by opening our gates and answering the doors;
· Being Neighbourly– ensure the safety of the enumerators while they are in your neighbourhood. Make sure that they reach the next house safely and put away any vicious dogs while they are in the vicinity.
· Being involved. If you suspect your household has been missed, take steps to ensure that you are counted. Call the Census Office.

· Being cooperative. It is vital for the success of the Census that each and everyone of us give the enumerator our full cooperation. We will serve our country and ourselves if we answer the Census questions accurately and completely.